If the tenant identifies an area of moisture that may be causing growth we immediately address the source of the moisture, replace and damage building material (usually dry wall) and or use mold cleaning solutions/mold blocking primers as required. good luck

Landlords must return security deposits with interest or give tenants written notice of damages being claimed within twenty-one (21) days of when tenants move.

Terms for the seller 2nd have generally been 5%, interest only, 5 years.I'm only considering properties under this scenario that cashflow well immediately, hence the i/o payments, in addition to having a strong value-add element.

I can not imagine you'd get a permit with "just a box drawn on the site plan".....nothing showing plumbing, electrical, structural elements, etc. meet building code.

-  How do you assess deductions for damage in a common area such as a kitchen? 

Typical assumption is that security deposit would 100% go to cover property damages - that's the whole nature of the deposit IMO. 

Also, leaks cause damage to the drywall and other items.

I feel it is too big of a risk for the seller to damage the work you have done or decide they don't want to move and then squat in your house.

They always pretend to be confused and just want us to send someone.7) Some will cause damages that S8 won't require to be fixed, but will threaten to move if you don't fix it.

I have been to the legislature and city council meetings to testify against the so-called ‘tenant protections’ that are damaging rental opportunities for marginal tenants.There is no “right answer” for you, but here are a few considerations.1.